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Nancy Louise Alley

Nancy Louise Alley

Jan 25, 2023

Nancy Louise Henderson Hightower Alley, age 94, of Clinton, passed away Wednesday, January 25,2023, at Morning Pointe of Clinton. Born November 17, 1928, in Dayton, TN to Juanita and Dennas Henderson. Growing up, Nancy's family moved around the Southeast while her father worked for the railroad. It was after high school that a handsome WWII veteran moved...

Joseph Leroy Sims

Joseph Leroy Sims

Jan 25, 2023

Joseph Leroy Sims, age 83, of Clinton passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was a great dad, papaw, and uncle, he will forever be missed, and his legacy will live on forever in their hearts. He was a deacon of Emmanuel Baptist Church.  Joseph was a Christian man...

Dorothy Latham Cook

Dorothy Latham Cook

Jan 25, 2023

Dorothy Latham Cook, age 80 of Powell, born October 31, 1942, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at her home.  Dot grew up in Powell, graduated from Powell High School in 1962, married her high school sweetheart, Forrest Cook in 1963, and moved to their beloved farm in 1970.  She was a faithful member of Temple Baptist...

Wilmar C. Maynard

Wilmar C. Maynard

Jan 24, 2023

Wilmar C. Maynard age 81, passed away on January 24, 2023.  He was born January 15, 1942 in West Virginia to the late W.B. and Ida Maynard. Clint enjoyed golfing, and always willing to help at the church, he especially spending precious time with his family. He is survived by: Wife… Gladys Maynard Son…. Sean and wife Kathy Maynard Grandchildren…....

Michael Robert Ford

Michael Robert Ford

Jan 22, 2023

Michael Robert Ford, age 49 of Knoxville formerly of Oliver Springs passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center.  Michael was born on June 8, 1973, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and graduated from Clinton High School in 1991. Michael was an avid Tennessee and Atlanta Braves sports fan.  Throughout his life, he loved...

Catherine Wallace Rutherford

Catherine Wallace Rutherford

Jan 22, 2023

Catherine Wallace Rutherford, age 91, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023, at the Morning Pointe Assisted Living in Clinton. She was born in Anderson County, TN to the late Harvey and Marie Wallace. Catherine was a loving mother and wife. She worked in the Anderson County Clerk's office for 16 years. Catherine was a member of First Baptist...

Angela Purkey

Angela Purkey

Jan 20, 2023

Angela Renee Purkey, age 57, of Clinton, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023, at the Methodist Medical Center. She was born in Knoxville, TN on December 18, 1965, to Stanley and Diane Wade. Angela was a member of Sinking Springs United Methodist Church. She loved her family, especially her granddaughter. She is preceded in death by her father...

Shirley Inabinet

Shirley Inabinet

Jan 19, 2023

Shirley Dean Inabinet, age 81, passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at the Groves in Oak Ridge. She was born in Madisonville, TN on April 20, 1941 to the late John Amos and Mary Elizabeth McKelvey Houston. Shirley was a member of Covenant Life Church. In addition to her parents, Shirley is preceded in death by, brother Amos...

Hilda Davis Jennings

Hilda Davis Jennings

Jan 19, 2023

Hilda Davis Jennings, age 88, of Clinton, passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2022, at her residence.  Hilda was born August 8, 1934, in Pikeville, North Carolina.  She graduated from Pikeville High School as Valedictorian and was the recipient of the Nathan Berger award as the most outstanding student of the year. She received her BA degree from the...

Mary Stair

Mary Stair

Jan 19, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Martin Stair, born October 15, 1931, passed away January 19, 2023.  She was met in heaven by her husband, Earl Thomas, grandchildren, Hayley Elizabeth and Phillip Martin, parents, sisters, brothers, and other family members.

One of her last wishes, was for everyone to celebrate her passing because she will be enjoying the eternal life that...

Wilma Bernice Walker

Wilma Bernice Walker

Jan 18, 2023

Wilma Bernice Walker, age 84 of Clinton, passed away on January 18, 2023, at her home, surrounded by family and friends.  Her death leaves us with an empty void in our hearts but an encouraging example of a life lived with fulfillment.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Boyd Walker, her nurturing parents,...

Roger Alexander Rhea

Roger Alexander Rhea

Jan 18, 2023

Roger Alexander Rhea of Clinton, TN passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at the age of 85 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

Roger was born on August 7, 1937, to J.B. and Thelma Grace (McDonald) Rhea.

After graduating from Clinton High School in 1955, he founded Rhea's Concrete Products. The business grew...

Jessica Long Lucke

Jessica Long Lucke

Jan 17, 2023

On Tuesday morning, January 17, 2023, Jessica Marie Long Lucke, loving wife and mother, passed away at the age of 29.  Jessica resided in Norfolk, VA with her husband, Jordan and their daughter, Tesla.  Jessica was a proud Navy wife and a stay-at-home mom.  She was a graduate of Anderson County High School.  She enjoyed spending time with her...

Walter Lee Miniard

Walter Lee Miniard

Jan 15, 2023

Walter Lee Miniard, age 75, of Lafollette passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023, after a 6-year battle with cancer. He was born on October 18, 1947, in Harlan, KY to the late Jesse and Eureatha Bostic Miniard. Walter was a United States Navy veteran having served in the Vietnam War. He was an avid outdoorsman, where he loved...

Erwin Brock

Erwin Brock

Jan 14, 2023

Erwin Brock, age 92, of Clinton, passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Methodist Medical Center. He was born in Clinton, TN on March 25, 1930, to the late Joe and Cleva Keith Brock. Erwin served as a sergeant in the United States Army during the Korean War. He attended Clinton High School and was a guard on...

Hubert Allen Sherwood

Hubert Allen Sherwood

Jan 11, 2023

Hubert Allen Sherwood, age 80, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. He was born in Oak Ridge, TN on February 9, 1942, to the late Lonnie and Elizabeth Gilmore Sherwood. Allen was a member of Second Baptist Church of Clinton. He retired from Rexnord and enjoyed farming. In addition to his parents, Allen is preceded in death by,...

Kevin Bunch

Kevin Bunch

Jan 10, 2023

Kevin D. Bunch, age 73, of Clinton, went to be with the Lord on January 10, 2023.  Kevin retired from UPS after 28 years of service.  During his 28 years of service, he drove for 12 years and was manager for the next 16 years. Until his illness, he enjoyed playing golf with his friends.  His favorite pastime was...

Thomas Scott Keith

Thomas Scott Keith

Jan 10, 2023

Thomas Scott Keith was born on February 18, 1959, to Carl and Virginia Keith. Scott grew up in Clinton, Tennessee. Those that knew Scott knew his true passions were flying, the University of Tennessee Athletics, and his family. He was a proud Volunteer that earned a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. His proudest career accomplishment was his role as...

Louella Farmer

Louella Farmer

Jan 8, 2023

Louella Roberts Farmer a spiritual giant, a worshipper, a prayer warrior, and a true woman of God went to her heavenly home at the age of 98. She passed away peacefully at her home on her favorite day of the week, Sunday, January 8, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Louella was born in Murphy, NC on July 22,...

Ace John Carroll Jr.

Ace John Carroll Jr.

Jan 7, 2023

Peacefully and surrounded by his family, Ace John Carroll, Jr., passed away on January 7, 2023, at the age of 68.

Ace grew up in Clinton, Tennessee, and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy.  After his years of service, he followed in his father's footsteps, by working in the HVAC industry, a field where he...

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